Under the artistic leadership of Kevin Spacey, The Old Vic Theatre Company presents a wide range of work, from the classic to the new, to appeal to both traditional theatre-goers and new audiences.

The new Company's first season opened in September 2004 with the British premiere of Cloaca, by Maria Goos, directed by Spacey. It was followed by a new version of the classic family panto, Aladdin, with Ian McKellen as Widow Twankey; the British premiere of Dennis McIntyre's National Anthems with Spacey, Mary Stuart Masterson and Steven Weber; and The Philadelphia Story with Jennifer Ehle as Tracy Lord. In September 2005, The Old Vic returned to its classical roots, with Trevor Nunn directing Spacey in Richard II.

Over the coming seasons we will build on our commitment to making theatre accessible to young people by continuing to offer with tickets at greatly reduced prices to under 25s. And with young people and the community around Waterloo the focus of our supporting programme, we will introduce more new audiences to the Theatre through education and community projects.

The Old Vic Theatre Company receives no subsidy and is financed entirely through ticket sales, investors and sponsorship.